Tragic Loss: 17-Year-Old Cricketer Ben Austin Dies After Ball Strike During Practice 🏏

A community is mourning the tragic death of a young cricketer during practice.
17-year-old Ben Austin was training with team mates at practice nets in Melbourne's east when he was struck by a ball in the neck.
Family, friends, and the cricket community are remembering Ben as a talented sportsperson and beautiful, respectful boy.
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